Join #TeamSpinal on the Valencia Marathon, a world-renowned event.
Famous for its stunning urban scenery and fast-paced course, the Valencia Marathon is a prestigious event that is a must on any marathon calendar. Runners from all over the world flock to Valencia to participate in a race that takes place against the city’s stunning backdrop of cultural heritage and modern architecture. The flat route winds its way past iconic landmarks like the Turia Gardens, historic city centre and the City of Arts and Sciences, and is a great option for runners attempting a personal best, or any beginners dipping their toes in the marathon waters.
A crowd of thousands of enthusiastic spectators provide a welcoming and endlessly supportive atmosphere, making this an unforgettable experience in a truly spectacular setting. Don’t miss out – join us and make a difference!
Got a ballot place?
If you are lucky enough to secure a ballot place we’d love you to join #TeamSpinal. You will receive all the perks of being part of the team and all we ask is that you raise as much as you can. All sponsorship will help us develop treatments to restore feeling and mobility for people paralysed as a result of a spinal cord injury. Email the Events Team today or click below to get started.
What can you expect from us:
Everyone in our team will receive a full support package including:
- 1-to-1 personalised fundraising support
- Access to an exclusive training hub (provided by GH Training)
- Team e-newsletters
- A Spinal Research technical t-shirt
Not to mention heaps of encouragement, help and advice!
We are pleased to be supported by GH Training, a service designed to help you train for the marathon. Run by personal trainer Graeme Hilditch (author of our training guides and previous Spinal Research runner!).
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FAQs:
Is there a minimum age for taking part in the Valencia Marathon?
Yes, all participants in the Valencia Marathon must be aged 18 or older on Marathon Day.
What is the registration fee and how much do I have to fundraise?
The registration fee for the Valencia Marathon is £49.00 and we ask all our charity place fundraisers to raise a minimum of £650.00.
Please note this includes a First Fundraising Target of £325.00 that is due by 1st October 2023.
Will I get a fundraising top to wear on the day?
Absolutely, we love to send our team a technical t-shirt to wear during the run. We will even get you an iron on name so you can personalise it.
How will I get my race pack?
The bib-chip will be handed out only and exclusively in person at the ExpoDeporte Runners’ Expo, on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 November, from 9:00a.m. to 9:00p.m. (uninterrupted opening), in Feria Valencia (LOCATION).
The organisers reserve the right to change the location of the ExpoValencia, after duly informing the runners.
No bibs will be handed out on race day.
The runner may authorise a third party to collect the bib, wristband and runner’s bag via the ticket platform, following prior registration with the registered runner’s details after 4 November.
No bibs will be given to those who do not comply with the requirements set by the organisers.
Can I race if I have a disability?
Yes! As per the Valencia Marathon Regulations:
“Any athlete with a disability that can be included in any of the four adapted categories (wheelchair, functionally disabled, sensory disabled and intellectually disabled) will enjoy a discount on registration, taking into account the tranches and dates indicated above, provided they meet the Covid-19 prevention requirements described above, and if there are bibs available.
To compete in any of the four adapted categories (wheelchair, functionally disabled, sensory disabled and intellectually disabled), registration must be formalised with the FESA (Comunitat Valenciana Adapted Sports Federation), whose contact email address is direccion-tecnica@fesa.es, and telephone +34 963465726. The FESA contributes its criteria, knowledge and experience to ensure the correct grouping in the different categories.”
More information can be found here under section 6.2.
I have a ballot place with the Valencia Marathon and would like to fundraise for Spinal Research. Can I do this and will I have a fundraising target?
Congratulations on securing a place in the ballot – we would love to have you join #TeamSpinal!
Click the “Own Ballot Place” button above to get started.
As an own place runner, you won’t have a fundraising target. We just ask that you raise as much as possible so you can to help us fund essential research.
Who are Realbuzz?
Our partner Realbuzz, are a third-party organisation who connect runners with charities to support, and are a fantastic way to guarantee a place on high-demand races connected with a good cause. More information can be found on their website here.
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